Oxygen-induced hypercapnia: physiological mechanisms and clinical implications
Oxygen is probably the most commonly prescribed drug in the emergency setting and is a life-saving modality as well. However, like any other drug, oxygen therapy may also lead to various adverse effects. Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may develop hypercapnia during suppl...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2022-11-01
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Series: | Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease |
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Online Access: | https://www.monaldi-archives.org/index.php/macd/article/view/2399 |